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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Delhi to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 3:10 am and lands at 7:21 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:00 am and lands at 3:11 am.

The flight takes about 16h 11m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Delhi to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from New Delhi to San Francisco takes 16h 11m, covering 7,688 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from New Delhi to San Francisco range from $982 to $1,304, with an average of $1,119 over the past 12 months. Anything below $982 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $1,119 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $804 round-trip via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared to $1,096 for nonstop.

Air India is the only airline operating New Delhi to San Francisco flights. 49% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200LR variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on New Delhi to San Francisco flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from New Delhi to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $583, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from New Delhi to San Francisco usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New Delhi to San Francisco route, 51% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4h 13m.

One-stop flights from New Delhi to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from New Delhi to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,161, a difference of $88.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Air India operates flights between New Delhi and San Francisco.

Flying via Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 07m, compared with 22h 06m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 22h 15m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

San Francisco is 12 hours behind New Delhi (Pacific Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Delhi to San Francisco flights:

• Air India: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air India: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

SFO provides access to several nearby cities, including San Francisco, which is easy to reach by public transportation. Oakland and the greater Bay Area can also be reached by Lyft or Uber and Palo Alto and Downtown Berkeley are among the nearby destinations.

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) connects SFO with San Francisco and other parts of the Bay Area. The airport station is in the International Terminal. SamTrans Public Bus Service also runs 24 hours a day, with stops outside Terminals 2 and 3 and the International Terminal.

Yes, SFO has an on-site car rental center that is accessible via the AirTrain Blue Line. This automated people mover runs throughout the day from the terminals and garages to the car rental center. International car rental brands are available there.

DEL has Child Care Lounges with breastfeeding rooms and baby care rooms in all terminals. A designated play area for children is also located in Terminal 3.

Travelers who need help with check-in, boarding and disembarking on arrival can contact their airline. Airline staff can assist with these procedures from arrival at the airport. San Francisco airport also has ramps throughout the public areas and terminals, along with Companion Care Restrooms in all terminals before and after security.

Yes, Oakland International Airport (OAK) has accessible facilities throughout the airport. Travelers needing wheelchair service at OAK can reserve assistance in advance by contacting their airline or requesting it online through the airline's website.